2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 561 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 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | C |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
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 | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 62 L |