2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL is newer by 4 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 180 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. (210 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 1239 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | TrailBlazer | GL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |
