2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 2,520 cc (5 cylinders), 2002 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volvo S80 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volvo S80 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volvo S80. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2002 Volvo S80 (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Mazda | Volvo |
| Model | Tribute | S80 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2520 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 80 L |
