2001 Mazda Tribute vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2001 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 295 kg more than 2001 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz E. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz E (241 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda Tribute | 2003 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | E |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 68.2 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |
