2007 Volvo V50 vs. 2013 Mazda CX-05
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-05 is newer by 6 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 2,433 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 2013 Mazda CX-05. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-05. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-05 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2007 Volvo V50.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-05. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-05.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Volvo V50 | 2013 Mazda CX-05 | |
| Make | Volvo | Mazda |
| Model | V50 | CX-05 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.2 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 13.0 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4555 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 2165 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 58 L |
