2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2002 Renault Clio. (78 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 523 kg more than 2002 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, 2005 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Renault Clio. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Renault Clio. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2002 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2002 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Clio |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
