2004 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 9 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 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (613 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 412 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 692 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.
Because 2004 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (1,001 Nm) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Tribute. (271 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 6 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 613 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1583 kg | 2275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1488 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 17.4 L/100km |
