2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volvo V70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volvo V70 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Volvo V70. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 6 kg more than 2006 Volvo V70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2006 Volvo V70 (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Tribute | V70 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1647 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |