2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2004 Ford C-MAX were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (104 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 730 kg more than 2004 Ford C-MAX. 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 Ford C-MAX. 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 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford C-MAX. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
