2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 124 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Celica. (145 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 925 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Celica |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |
