2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2009 Mazda Tribute and 2009 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 Renault Megane. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Megane weights approximately 90 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Renault Megane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Megane. (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Renault Megane | |
Make | Mazda | Renault |
Model | Tribute | Megane |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |