2011 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda Tribute (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2010 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 339 kg more than 2010 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2011 Mazda Tribute (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio. 2011 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2010 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2010 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Mazda | Renault |
| Model | Tribute | Clio |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1460 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1514 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4442 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1806 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1783 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
