2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 266 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 GMC Sierra. (370 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | TrailBlazer | Sierra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |