2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 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), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (288 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 217 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.
Because 2005 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS (365 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
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2005 Mazda Tribute | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | CLS |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 155 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 365 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 12.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |