2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 vs. 2011 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 and 2011 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC90 will offer significantly more control. 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 Volvo XC90 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 2011 Volvo XC90 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | 2011 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MazdaSpeed3 | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 379 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4511 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
