2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2009 Volvo XC70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo XC70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 2009 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volvo XC70 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, 2009 Volvo XC70 (236 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6. 2009 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2009 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
