2007 Mazda Tribute vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2007 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 4,266 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (275 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 242 kg more than 2007 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda Tribute.
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2007 Mazda Tribute | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | S |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2967 cc | 4266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 88 L |