2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 8 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 177 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 997 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight. 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 2012 Honda Insight. 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 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | TrailBlazer | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 167 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |