2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (118 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Dakota. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 474 kg more than 2000 Dodge Dakota. 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Dakota. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Dakota.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2000 Dodge Dakota | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Dakota |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2850 mm |
