2006 Mazda B2300 vs. 2006 Volvo S40
To start off, both 2006 Mazda B2300 and 2006 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B2300. (143 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S40 weights approximately 100 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 2006 Mazda B2300 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S40, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Volvo S40 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B2300 | 2006 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | B2300 | S40 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2521 cc |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1358 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |