2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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 2004 GMC Safari. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 GMC Safari.
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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | TrailBlazer | Safari |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 338 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |