Volvo S60 2013 vs Mazda 3 2014
| Gearbox: | Automatic | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 2.2 Diesel | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 163 HP | 150 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 380 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 9.2 seconds | 8 seconds | |
| Volvo S60 engine produces 13 HP more power than Mazda 3, whereas torque is 20 NM more than Mazda 3. Despite the higher power, Volvo S60 reaches 100 km/h speed 1.2 seconds later. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 4.8 | 3.9 | |
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The Mazda 3 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Volvo S60 consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Mazda 3, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Volvo S60 could require 135 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 67 litres | 51 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1390 km in combined cycle | 1300 km in combined cycle | |
| 1630 km on highway | 1450 km on highway | ||
| Volvo S60 gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
| Ground clearance: | 136 mm (5.4 inches) | 155 mm (6.1 inches) | |
| Because of the higher ground clearance, Mazda 3 can perform better on bad roads - it can go over higher obstacles and bumps. At the same time, the higher ground clearance can reduce stability and handling on paved roads, especially at higher speeds. Note, however, that this Mazda 3 version does not have 4x4 drive, which is very important in poor road conditions. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.63 m | 4.59 m | |
| Width: | 1.87 m | 1.80 m | |
| Height: | 1.48 m | 1.45 m | |
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Volvo S60 is larger. Volvo S60 is 5 cm longer than the Mazda 3, 7 cm wider, while the height of Volvo S60 is 3 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 380 litres | 419 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down |
1749 litres | no data | |
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Mazda 3 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, Volvo S60 has 39 litres less trunk space than the Mazda 3. This could mean that the Volvo S60 uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11.3 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Volvo S60 is 0.7 metres more than that of the Mazda 3, which means Volvo S60 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`110 | 1`910 | |
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | above average | above average | |
| Volvo S60 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for Mazda 3, so Volvo S60 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 11 000 | 11 600 | |
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