2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1142 kg more than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (266 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 100 L |
