2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Volvo C70
To start off, 2007 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 2,383 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo C70 (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2007 Mazda 6. (134 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo C70 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Volvo C70 (341 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 68 L |
