2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Nissan Stagea
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan Stagea. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan Stagea would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (129 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan Stagea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 723 kg more than 1999 Nissan Stagea. 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 1999 Nissan Stagea. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan Stagea. (175 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan Stagea.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1999 Nissan Stagea | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Stagea |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2730 mm |
