2012 Mazda 3 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda 3 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 3. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2012 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 3. (183 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Mazda 3 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | 3 | X670 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1755 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2815 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |