2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK would be higher. 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 @ 5700 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 90 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 (461 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2005 Mercedes-Benz CLK
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model TrailBlazer CLK
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 4966 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 292 HP 302 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 461 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 2700 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1750 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1750 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 11.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 62 L


 

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