2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. (94 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 384 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz G. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mercedes-Benz G (456 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | G |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
