2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo V50. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo V50 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 9 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | V50 | 5 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.9 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
