2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volvo S80
To start off, 2007 Volvo S80 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo S80 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo S80 (440 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Volvo S80 has automatic transmission and 2001 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2001 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo S80 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | S80 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
