2005 Mazda MPV vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MPV and 2005 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MPV (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Volvo C70. (198 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MPV weights approximately 53 kg more than 2005 Volvo C70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda MPV (271 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo C70. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MPV | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MPV | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1711 kg | 1658 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 68 L |
