2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Chrysler Sebring

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2004 Chrysler Sebring were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 69 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (200 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 312 kg more than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler Sebring. (258 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler Sebring.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2004 Chrysler Sebring
Make Chevrolet Chrysler
Model TrailBlazer Sebring
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4157 cc 2736 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 200 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 258 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2166 kg 1854 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.2 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 61 L


 

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