2006 Volvo V70 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo V70 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Mazda 6.
Because 2006 Volvo V70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volvo V70 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 V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volvo V70 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | V70 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1647 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
