2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (161 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 569 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada. (235 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Verada.
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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1993 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | TrailBlazer | Verada |
Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 235 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |