2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (331 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blazer | Viano |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |