2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2006 Volvo S80. (198 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 69 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (285 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | S80 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1576 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
