2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Volvo V50
To start off, 2010 Volvo V50 is newer by 6 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2010 Volvo V50. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 84 kg more than 2010 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mazda Tribute (271 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo V50. (230 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | V50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4521 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
