2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2008 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2008 Mazda 6 and 2008 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 6 (264 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Volvo C30. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 6 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Volvo C30. 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, 2008 Mazda 6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo C30. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo C30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2008 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
