2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mountaineer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 142 kg more than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (344 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |
