2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Renault Megane
To start off, 2007 Renault Megane is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 67 more horse power than 2007 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 22 kg more than 2007 Renault Megane. 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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Megane. (191 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
