2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S
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 S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1170 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2005 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. 2005 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda Tribute | 2005 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2262 cc | 4966 cc |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 88 L |
