2012 Volvo XC70 vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2012 Volvo XC70 and 2012 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 294 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2012 Volvo XC70 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Volvo XC70 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Volvo XC70 | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | XC70 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4838 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1862 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1604 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2815 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
