2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,439 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (493 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 884 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (800 Nm) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
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2009 Mazda Tribute | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 800 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2009 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |