Mazda 3 2010 vs Volvo S60 2005
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 1.6 Diesel | 2.4 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 109 HP | 185 HP | |
| Torque: | 270 NM | 400 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 11 seconds | 8.2 seconds | |
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Volvo S60 is a more dynamic driving. Mazda 3 engine produces 76 HP less power than Volvo S60, whereas torque is 130 NM less than Volvo S60. Due to the lower power, Mazda 3 reaches 100 km/h speed 2.8 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.4 | 6.6 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Mazda 3 consumes 2.2 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Volvo S60, which means that by driving the Mazda 3 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 330 litres of fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 55 litres | 70 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1240 km in combined cycle | 1060 km in combined cycle | |
| 1410 km on highway | 1340 km on highway | ||
| Mazda 3 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Volvo S60 2005 2.4 engine: The early versions of these engines are known for their reliability and rare failures, which made them popular.
However, engine have several common weaknesses. Intake manifold swirl flaps often seize, and ... More about Volvo S60 2005 2.4 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.60 m | |
| Width: | 1.76 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.47 m | 1.43 m | |
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Mazda 3 is smaller, but slightly higher. Mazda 3 is 2 cm shorter than the Volvo S60, 5 cm narrower, while the height of Mazda 3 is 4 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 430 litres | 424 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
no data | 1034 litres | |
| Even though the car is shorter, Mazda 3 has 6 litres more trunk space than the Volvo S60. The Volvo S60 may have more interior space, so the cabin could be more spacious and more comfortable for the driver and passengers. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10.4 meters | 11 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Mazda 3 is 0.6 metres less than that of the Volvo S60, which means Mazda 3 can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Power steering: | Electric power steering | Hydraulic power steering | |
| Electric power steering is simpler, quieter, more fuel-efficient, more configurable and provides additional features such as auto-steering for lane assist and parking. The disadvantages of electric power steering are possible overheating under prolonged load conditions and insufficient feedback (feeling) during steering. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 1`815 | 2`030 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | average | |
| Average price (€): | 3200 | 2600 | |
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