2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 318 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL (350 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | SL |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 350 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1507 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |