2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 vs. 2000 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (274 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S60. (137 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S60.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Volvo S60. (260 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda MazdaSpeed6 | 2000 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | MazdaSpeed6 | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 2401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 274 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
