2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (177 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (166 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 376 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70, 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (241 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (190 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | MX-5 Miata | V70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |