2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda Tribute. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda Tribute would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda Tribute (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | SL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1298 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |