2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 5 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 792 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.
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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (630 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | ML |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 630 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 2310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1951 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1862 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |