2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Verada
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 Verada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mitsubishi Verada would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (208 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 737 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 Mitsubishi Verada. 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 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada. (316 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Verada.
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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Mitsubishi Verada | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | TrailBlazer | Verada |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 316 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2730 mm |