2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Chevrolet Lumina were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 344 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Lumina. 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 Lumina (460 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 1660 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 75 L |
