2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (221 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 524 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (315 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
Make Chevrolet Mercedes-Benz
Model TrailBlazer E
Year Released 2009 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 3 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 221 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 315 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1785 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 80 L


 

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