2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, both 2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2006 Volvo S80 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,523 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 770 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2006 Volvo S80 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | RX-8 | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2523 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 2198 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 68 L |