2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 XC70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 6. (208 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 6 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 208 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1741 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |