2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 would be higher. At 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Volvo V70. (235 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volvo V70.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volvo V70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
