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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP) has 84 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (191 HP). 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 211 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 GMC Safari. (339 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 | 4161 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 191 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1793 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 102 L |