2009 Mazda Tribute vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 2 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (240 HP @ 6550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda Tribute. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1047 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.
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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda Tribute. (302 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda Tribute | 2011 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tribute | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 6550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 302 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1128 kg | 2175 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2913 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 95 L |