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 |
