2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2008 Mazda Tribute and 2008 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2008 Renault Symbol. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Symbol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 653 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.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Symbol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Symbol. (148 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Symbol.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Tribute | Symbol |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 262 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2473 mm |