2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 3 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 298 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz R.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2008 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 207 Nm | 350 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |