2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 2 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 10 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | V50 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1546 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |
