2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2004 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 507 kg more than 2004 Lexus SC.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | TrailBlazer | SC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
