2002 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 175 kg more than 2002 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2002 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2002 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | C |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 511 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 62 L |
