2008 Mazda B2300 vs. 2007 Volvo C70
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B2300. (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B2300.
Because 2008 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 2008 Mazda B2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C70, 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 C70 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B2300. (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B2300. 2007 Volvo C70 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda B2300 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda B2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo C70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B2300 | 2007 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B2300 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2266 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
