2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 9 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 109 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 712 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander. (226 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4665 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
