2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP) has 167 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 201 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. 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 Viano. 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) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Viano |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 2046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
