2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (362 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 911 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.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz S (530 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 1998 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 262 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 19.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
