2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (138 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-7 | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | CX-7 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
