2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Volvo S60
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 S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda 6 (212 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (179 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo S60 weights approximately 753 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
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, 2007 Mazda 6 (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (240 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda 6 | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1569 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
