2010 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2010 Mazda 6 and 2010 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda 6 (170 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 6 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Volvo C30 (270 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm). This means 2010 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda 6 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | 6 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 1451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
