2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2004 Ford Thunderbird 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 26 more horse power than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. (249 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 355 kg more than 2004 Ford Thunderbird. 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 Thunderbird. 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 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |
