2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Twingo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Twingo would be higher. At 2,262 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2004 Renault Twingo. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Twingo weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Renault Twingo. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1149 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 40 L |
