1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 696 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Caldina | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 71 L |
