2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo V70 (247 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volvo V70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (321 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | BT-50 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 158 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1611 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
