2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 429 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1671 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
