2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Volvo C30
To start off, both 2007 Mazda Tribute and 2007 Volvo C30 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo C30 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 Volvo C30.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volvo C30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2007 Volvo C30 has manual transmission. 2007 Volvo C30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Volvo C30 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | C30 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 6.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |
