Mazda 3 2006 vs Volvo S40 2004
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine: | 1.6 Petrol | 1.8 Petrol | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing belt | Timing chain | |
| Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 105 HP | 125 HP | |
| Torque: | 145 NM | 165 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11 seconds | 11 seconds | |
| Mazda 3 engine produces 20 HP less power than Volvo S40, whereas torque is 20 NM less than Volvo S40. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 7.2 | 7.2 | |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 62 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 760 km in combined cycle | 860 km in combined cycle | |
| 910 km on highway | 1080 km on highway | ||
| 690 km with real consumption | 750 km with real consumption | ||
| Volvo S40 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 420'000 km | 460'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Volvo S40 engine could be longer. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 16 years | 5 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Mazda Xedos 6, Mazda MX-3 | Installed on at least 2 other car models, including Volvo V50, Volvo C30 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Mazda 3 might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The Mazda 3 engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine: This engine is widely regarded as reliable, though it can develop certain issues over time. One of the most common problems is increased oil consumption, often starting after 120,000 km. This is frequently ... More about Mazda 3 2006 1.6 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.49 m | 4.47 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.77 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.45 m | |
| Both cars are similar in size. Mazda 3 is 2 cm longer than the Volvo S40, 2 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 3 is 2 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 413 litres | 404 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1285 litres | 883 litres | |
| Mazda 3 has 9 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S40. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Mazda 3 (by 402 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.9 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.1 metres less than that of the Volvo S40. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`710 | 1`850 | |
| Safety: | |||
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Volvo S40 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mazda 3, so Volvo S40 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 2200 | 1800 | |
| Rating in user reviews: | 8.8/10 | 8.6/10 | |
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