2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz R
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 R. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz R would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R (503 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 R (632 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz R 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 R | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 6208 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 632 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3220 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |