2008 Mazda B4000 vs. 2012 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2012 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda B4000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda B4000 would be higher. At 4,034 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B4000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volvo XC70 (217 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Mazda B4000. (207 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda B4000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2008 Mazda B4000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda B4000. (324 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda B4000 | 2012 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | B4000 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4034 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 70 L |
