2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 453 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 4850 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster. 2008 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2011 Renault Duster has manual transmission. 2011 Renault Duster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Renault Duster | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Tribute | Duster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2673 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |