2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 198 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, both vehicles can yield 271 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2004 Mazda Tribute | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | 300 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 271 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |