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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (141 HP @ 5300 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 132 kg more than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2009 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 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, 2009 Mazda Tribute (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz C. 2009 Mazda Tribute has automatic transmission and 2006 Mercedes-Benz C has manual transmission. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda Tribute will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 2966 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 62 L |