2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Dodge Ram. 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2000 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ram |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3906 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2076 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
