2006 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC70 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 6. (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 755 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.
Because 2010 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 6. (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1884 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
