2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 62 kg more than 2002 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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Volvo V50 has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | V50 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1487 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
