2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 948 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL (510 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | GL |
Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 510 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |