2011 Volvo XC70 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2011 Volvo XC70 and 2011 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2011). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 127 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 3. (113 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 3.
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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 3. (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 3. 2011 Volvo XC70 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 3 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Volvo XC70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volvo XC70 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | XC70 | 3 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4839 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1603 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2814 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
