2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 6 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 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Tribute (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1351 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (250 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (207 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute. 2005 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2011 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | A |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1479 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 60 L |
