2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volvo S40
To start off, 2007 Volvo S40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo S40 (217 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 6 kg more than 2007 Volvo S40.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 S40 (320 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Tribute | S40 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 6.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 62 L |