2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 788 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TrailBlazer | Vaneo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1365 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 54 L |