2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Volvo V50
To start off, 2011 Volvo V50 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo V50 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 55 kg more than 2011 Volvo V50.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute 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, 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 V50 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo V50 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 V50 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | Tribute | V50 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1653 kg | 1598 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4521 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1458 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |