2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Element 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 117 more horse power than 2004 Honda Element. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 485 kg more than 2004 Honda Element. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Element. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Honda Element | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Element |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1599 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
