2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Mercedes-Benz G were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 292 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 405 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G 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 G (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 96 L |
