2006 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,966 cc, 2006 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. (136 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz B. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz B (300 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute. 2006 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2012 Mercedes-Benz B has manual transmission. 2012 Mercedes-Benz B will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Mercedes-Benz B | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | B |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1557 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2699 mm |