2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 750 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trailblazer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 2910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4250 mm |
