2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 343 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TrailBlazer | CLS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 89 L |