2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (135 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70.
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 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa has automatic transmission and 2005 Volvo V70 has manual transmission. 2005 Volvo V70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | MX-Flexa | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |