2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. (188 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 964 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 6939 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2024 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 2814 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 4326 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 100 L |
