2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,156 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 488 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. 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 (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TrailBlazer | CLK |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4156 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |