2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (382 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 350 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 (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G. (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 96 L |
