2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2008 Volvo S40

To start off, both 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Volvo S40 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo S40 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Because 2008 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 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S40, 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, 2008 Volvo S40 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 2008 Volvo S40
Make Mazda Volvo
Model MX-5 Miata S40
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Convertible Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 0 HP
Torque 167 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 83.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 90 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.8:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Acceleration 0-100mph 9.4 seconds 7.3 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1155 kg 1375 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4250 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2570 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.3 L/100km 8.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 60 L


 

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