2006 Mazda B3000 vs. 2005 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Mazda B3000 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo S80 (200 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Mazda B3000. (154 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda B3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S80 weights approximately 215 kg more than 2006 Mazda B3000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 S80 (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda B3000. (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda B3000.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda B3000 | 2005 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | B3000 | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2442 cc |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 68 L |