2011 Mazda Premacy vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Mazda Premacy is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V70 (179 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V70 weights approximately 154 kg more than 2011 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Volvo V70 (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda Premacy. (230 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda Premacy. 2007 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda Premacy has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda Premacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda Premacy | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Premacy | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 70 L |
