2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2011 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo V50 weights approximately 418 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volvo V50. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2011 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | CX-7 | V50 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |