2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercury Mariner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercury Mariner would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP) has 237 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 218 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercury Mariner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercury |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Mariner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1479 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
