2012 Volvo C70 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-09
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-09 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Volvo C70 would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 322 kg more than 2012 Volvo C70.
Because 2013 Mazda CX-09 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volvo C70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 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, 2012 Volvo C70 (400 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Volvo C70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo C70 | 2013 Mazda CX-09 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | C70 | CX-09 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2639 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |
