2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC70 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda 6 would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo XC70 (240 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 398 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. 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 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | XC70 | 6 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1808 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1795 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
