2000 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Renault Trafic. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Trafic.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Trafic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Trafic |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |
