2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (432 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | CL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 4663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2954 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 90 L |
