2003 Renault Be Bop vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Be Bop. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Be Bop would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Renault Be Bop is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Be Bop (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop (300 Nm) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 2. (160 Nm). This means 2003 Renault Be Bop will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Renault Be Bop | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Renault | Mazda |
| Model | Be Bop | 2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |
