Mazda 6 MPS & VOLVO S60 T5
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i am considering these 2 cars as my shopping list.
can any1 tell me wat is the omv of each car, and if u were me, which 1 of the 2 cars will u buy ? -
totally 2 different class...
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S60 T5 is damn fast lo...and luxurious....Mazda 6 i dunno cos never sat in one b4
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You are comparing two different cars of two different leagues.
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i suppose if he asked for these 2 options, then go for volvo since it is a better car...even if they are in different league. I'll choose the volvo if i can afford it too.
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On paper, the Mazda is faster I think. 6.6 secs compared to 6.8 secs. MPS is AWD, is S60 AWD? I prefer the look of Mazda.Originally posted by AE86tofu:S60 T5 is damn fast lo...and luxurious....Mazda 6 i dunno cos never sat in one b4 -
Mazda MPS...... sporty, new model, few on the road....... good for those under 40s. If over 40s, then get the volvo.
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The Mazda 6 Performance series is what it's name implies, its a performance car that looks great and goes when you pedal to the metal.
The Volvo S60 on the other hand is more of a status symbol although it tries to market itself also as a performance car.
In terms of ride and comfort the Mazda 6 will lose out to a continental car (which is also generally heavier).
But in terms of reliability, sportiness, performance and looks at a decent price tag I love the mazda 6. -
actually, not only are they the same class, they're probably the same platform as well. because both Volvo and Mazda are owned by ford.Originally posted by kentheman:totally 2 different class...
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Volvo T5R is MEAN..
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i prefer 6 MPS
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Haha dun think they share the same platform, unlike the S40 and MZ3. Anyway, I will take the S60.Originally posted by HENG@:actually, not only are they the same class, they're probably the same platform as well. because both Volvo and Mazda are owned by ford. -
personally, so would i, because i was a passenger in an impromptu road race in one. never forget how good it wasOriginally posted by KangZ:Haha dun think they share the same platform, unlike the S40 and MZ3. Anyway, I will take the S60. -
I'd get the volvo any day and anytime...cos if i crash i will also know that i will survive....LOL...and I know of ppl who are very fast in a S80....so dun play with it....
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LTA publishes the OMV of cars registered each month on their OneMotoring website.
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Get the S60 T5 ....
You will never know what those swediee tankers can do ....
was driving S80 before, the normal T6 version ... accidently smoked a Euro R. It was darn powerful esp when you floor the throttle, but unfortunatly it was sold ...
not long after, my dad got a S60R(auto) for my mom, and trust me, 300 horses will kill even an Evo (on stock performance, on stright lines) no problem.
Back to the subject, the T5 is a good performance car with a 60litre tank which can achive an average of 550km to empty tank, and you not happy with the 260 horses, you can always get and Garett Turbo to replace the existing one
and trust me, it FITS! Slap in an EvolvE Chip with it, it will be well over 450 horses .... -
I think T5 got a 70 litres tank, till low fuel warning, I can get 530kms (normal driving, city 70%) 400kms (play time) and 700+ (90% highway ave 150km/h). Think FC pretty good (dont compare with vios).
Never driven any Jap turbo before, this car looks durable to me
no overheat problem when up north to KL straight within 2.5 hrs or in a jam (3+hrs when back to Spore on 31st night).
Trust me, you can follow 99% of the car on NS highway and they cant shack you off if you are in a T5, it has more horses than you need on the street. Heard that EVO and Rex cant go straight to KL without stop if on high speed, they will overheat.
I am waiting for my Koni FSD for my car, hopefuly better than my stock setup.
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erm... no intention to flame or anything.. but my relatively stock E9 tore a S60R manual on straight on track leh... the auto S60R is nothing to shout about.. in fact slower than an auto S60T5..Originally posted by johncooper:Get the S60 T5 ....
You will never know what those swediee tankers can do ....
was driving S80 before, the normal T6 version ... accidently smoked a Euro R. It was darn powerful esp when you floor the throttle, but unfortunatly it was sold ...
not long after, my dad got a S60R(auto) for my mom, and trust me, 300 horses will kill even an Evo (on stock performance, on stright lines) no problem.
Back to the subject, the T5 is a good performance car with a 60litre tank which can achive an average of 550km to empty tank, and you not happy with the 260 horses, you can always get and Garett Turbo to replace the existing one and trust me, it FITS! Slap in an EvolvE Chip with it, it will be well over 450 horses ....
something to add.. auto S60R has 300 horses. while a stock evo also has 300 horses.. n being a manual and lighter, i dun understand how a evo will lose out on straight line unless ur tokking abt speeds in excess of 200 -
how high speed r u talking about?? the current batches of evos are way better than what is said n heard..Originally posted by coolblue6699:I think T5 got a 70 litres tank, till low fuel warning, I can get 530kms (normal driving, city 70%) 400kms (play time) and 700+ (90% highway ave 150km/h). Think FC pretty good (dont compare with vios).
Never driven any Jap turbo before, this car looks durable to me no overheat problem when up north to KL straight within 2.5 hrs or in a jam (3+hrs when back to Spore on 31st night).
Trust me, you can follow 99% of the car on NS highway and they cant shack you off if you are in a T5, it has more horses than you need on the street. Heard that EVO and Rex cant go straight to KL without stop if on high speed, they will overheat.
I am waiting for my Koni FSD for my car, hopefuly better than my stock setup. -
The new S60R 6-speed auto is 0.3s faster than the T5 auto. The EVO might loose out if the driver cant change gear fast enoughtOriginally posted by Blackgalant81:erm... no intention to flame or anything.. but my relatively stock E9 tore a S60R manual on straight on track leh... the auto S60R is nothing to shout about.. in fact slower than an auto S60T5..
something to add.. auto S60R has 300 horses. while a stock evo also has 300 horses.. n being a manual and lighter, i dun understand how a evo will lose out on straight line unless ur tokking abt speeds in excess of 200 else should be able to lead till 230km/h than the R will take over. -
I not sure about the new one, for my own experience is the bugeye and EVO VIII. Speed around 180-200, till Malacca they need to rest liao. The Rex come will NOX, at Yong Peng (100+km mark) the driver starts the spray water liao. Feul wise, EVO drink the mostOriginally posted by Blackgalant81:how high speed r u talking about?? the current batches of evos are way better than what is said n heard..
My heard and say is from the driver themself, I never drove before so dont know. -
think it really depends on the extent of mod and the amount of cooling mods done..Originally posted by coolblue6699:I not sure about the new one, for my own experience is the bugeye and EVO VIII. Speed around 180-200, till Malacca they need to rest liao. The Rex come will NOX, at Yong Peng (100+km mark) the driver starts the spray water liao. Feul wise, EVO drink the most
My heard and say is from the driver themself, I never drove before so dont know. -
they are not on the same platform. S60 is on the P2, while the Mz6 is on the CD3. Well, Ford owns both plats.
T5 - FWD, MPS - AWD
so, MPS while may lose out fm standstill (due to torque loss) but will def. made up at corners. actually, no....i'm wrong, T5 has gear limiter for the 1st 2 ratio, so MPS will still be faster.
T5 is very tune-able w the likes of garret turbo and evolve chip etc. over 400 horses and Nm is possible. However, too much torque on just the front axles can be hazardous for the lesser skill driver like myself
S60 is heavy, coupled with that kind of speed it can churns out, big brakes are a must have.
MPS is a new but exciting offering with its specs. Lighter and more agile than the T5 i bet.
Image wise, the doorman at Raffles hotel would open the door of a T5 with a smile; he'd also open the door of a MPS but probably say:"no parking here, Sir". -
Well this one i must agree ... now the E9 with the Ralliart front lip can leap till 276km/h with no problem .... but with speeds above 200km/h ... the question is how long can the E9 keep up?Originally posted by Blackgalant81:how high speed r u talking about?? the current batches of evos are way better than what is said n heard..
Well an E9 can tear the Manual R but might not be the auto R ... well haven't test it out yet
Can we ? but i must admit one thing ... the R will be tore apart when it comes to corner with E9 -
Yeah volvo has the excellent safety rating. I dont think any Jap car can fight on the same class for safety crash.Originally posted by AE86tofu:I'd get the volvo any day and anytime...cos if i crash i will also know that i will survive....LOL...and I know of ppl who are very fast in a S80....so dun play with it....
Heavier = more steel and more safety
Saw a accident between a 3.0 crown taxi and S60 at lornie road. the taxi half front was dented and the S60 rear is only 1/3 the damage. Impressive....