2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK.
Because 2003 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz SLK | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | SLK |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |