2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (504 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 737 kg more than 2004 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (630 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | R |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 504 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 2375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
