2008 Mazda 6 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 6. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 6. (184 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 6 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1457 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4266 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 2039 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1447 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
