2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2002 Volvo V70
To start off, 2008 Mazda B4000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B4000 (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2002 Volvo V70. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B4000 should accelerate faster than 2002 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo V70 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Mazda B4000 (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volvo V70. (280 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B4000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 2002 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B4000 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 66 L |
