2009 Mazda 6 vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Mazda 6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,488 cc, 2009 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 6 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S80. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 492 kg more than 2009 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 Volvo S80 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 6. (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 6 | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2401 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
