2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 2008 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2008 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Premacy. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo XC70 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Premacy. 2008 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Premacy | 2008 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Premacy | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1840 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 8.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 68 L |
