2007 Mazda 5 vs. 2005 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Mazda 5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 2,434 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 5 (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S40. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S40 weights approximately 209 kg more than 2007 Mazda 5.
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 S40 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 5. 2005 Volvo S40 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo S40 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 5 | 2005 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 5 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2434 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
