2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2003 Volvo V70
To start off, 2006 Mazda B2300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo V70 (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volvo V70 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2006 Mazda B2300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volvo V70 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, 2003 Volvo V70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda B2300 | 2003 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2300 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2521 cc |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
