2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2009 Volvo C70
To start off, 2009 Volvo C70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 2,519 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volvo C70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo C70 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2009 Volvo C70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2009 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | C70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2519 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
