2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Volvo C70
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 6 and 2006 Volvo C70 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo C70 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo C70 weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda 6 | 2006 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 6 | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2519 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1711 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 62 L |