2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (110 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 201 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. (186 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 has manual transmission. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | TrailBlazer | 220 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |