2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2010 Mazda CX-9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Volvo C30. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo C30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 513 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo C30. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo C30. 2010 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2010 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2010 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | CX-9 | C30 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1453 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
