2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, 2008 Renault Symbol is newer by 3 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 479 kg more than 2008 Renault Symbol. 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 (207 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Symbol |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
