2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 625 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz C (186 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2001 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | C |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 186 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 90 L |