2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (122 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
