2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2008 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano would be higher. At 3,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 407 kg more than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2008 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
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2008 Mazda Tribute | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | Viano |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2965 cc | 3198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 181 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 75 L |