2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda Tribute (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. (192 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 204 kg more than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK (271 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | SLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2307 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |