2009 Volvo XC90 vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2009 Volvo XC90 and 2009 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC90 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2009 Volvo XC90.
Because 2009 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Volvo XC90 | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Volvo | Mazda |
Model | XC90 | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1369 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |