2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Xterra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Xterra would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (138 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Xterra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 376 kg more than 2004 Nissan Xterra. 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 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Xterra. (209 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Xterra.
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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | TrailBlazer | Xterra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 209 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1628 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 73 L |