2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2007 Volvo V70
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2007 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2007 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo V70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo V70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2007 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | CX-9 | V70 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 1647 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
