2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2001 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2001 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 (401 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda 6. 2004 Volvo S60 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
