2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 133 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda Tribute (207 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B. (155 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | B |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 78.5 mm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |