2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP) has 156 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (239 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer. (382 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 239 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
