2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Volvo S60
To start off, 2011 Volvo S60 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,483 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo S60 (200 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (171 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S60 weights approximately 59 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 2011 Volvo S60. 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, 2011 Volvo S60 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo S60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Tribute | S60 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2483 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 232 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1609 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1864 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |