2005 Mazda Tribute vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 8 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 290 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (155 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 212 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 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Tribute | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | C |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
