2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S40 (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda 6 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Volvo S40.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (310 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S40. (240 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2004 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | S40 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |
