2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (617 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 463 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren weights approximately 289 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren (780 Nm) has 573 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SLR McLaren | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | SLR McLaren |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 617 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 780 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 98 L |
