2008 Mazda Tribute vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda Tribute, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 C (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Tribute. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Tribute. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda Tribute has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda Tribute will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Tribute | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Tribute | C |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4592 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 66 L |
