2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2009 Mazda Tribute is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz C would be higher. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 475 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 2007 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz C (511 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Mazda Tribute 2007 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model Tribute C
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2483 cc 2987 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 153 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 511 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline / Electric Hybrid Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1125 kg 1600 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1780 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 57 L 62 L


 

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