2007 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, both 2007 Mazda 6 and 2007 Volvo XC70 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC70. (206 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2007 Mazda 6.
Because 2007 Volvo XC70 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda 6. (267 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda 6. 2007 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda 6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda 6 | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 6 | XC70 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2520 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |