2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 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 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2003 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2003 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | S |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3724 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 88 L |