2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Renault Megane
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Renault Megane would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Renault Megane. (132 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Megane weights approximately 156 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
