1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 305 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | CL |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2954 mm |
