2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2010 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, 2006 Volvo S80 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | S80 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1501 kg | 1616 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
