2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (228 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 515 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | E |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 7.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
