2005 Mazda Etude vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Etude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Etude would be higher. At 3,000 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Etude. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Etude. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2005 Mazda Etude. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo S60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda Etude. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Volvo S60 (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Etude. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Etude | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Etude | S60 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 3000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1613 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2776 mm |
