2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 4 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 51 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B 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. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Mazda Tribute | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | B |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1374 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 54 L |