2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 660 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.

Because 2006 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 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda Tribute 2006 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Tribute C
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2959 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 240 HP 228 HP
Engine RPM 6550 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 302 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.5 mm 88 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 82.1 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 11.1:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2670 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.2 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 62 L 70 L


 

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