2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 529 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mariner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (263 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 263 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |
