2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (200 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 55 L |
