2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier is newer by 3 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (152 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 650 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier. 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 2007 Nissan Frontier. 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Frontier. (232 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2007 Nissan Frontier
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model TrailBlazer Frontier
Year Released 2004 2007
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 2487 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 152 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 232 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 10.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 80 L


 

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