2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Toyota Previa

To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. 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 161 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 325 kg more than 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 2005 Toyota Previa. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (250 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2005 Toyota Previa
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model TrailBlazer Previa
Year Released 2004 2005
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1994 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 250 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 82.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 94 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 18.6:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2100 kg 1775 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 75 L


 

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