2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 107 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (162 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 683 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Outlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 2343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 59 L |
