2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Volvo V40
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo V40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo V40 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volvo V40 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volvo V40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda 6 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Volvo V40.
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, 2000 Volvo V40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo V40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2000 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | V40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
