2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (317 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 875 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz S (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1996 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4973 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
