2003 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 7 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 925 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Tribute. (231 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | GL |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 2515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5095 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |