2003 Volvo C70 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volvo C70 (241 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 21 kg more than 2003 Volvo C70.
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, 2003 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volvo C70 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | C70 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |
