2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Blazer and 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (302 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 29 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK (460 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Blazer | CLK |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 460 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1771 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |