2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Honda HR-V

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Honda HR-V were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 169 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 695 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2005 Honda HR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model TrailBlazer HR-V
Year Released 2005 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 1590 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 275 HP 106 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 136 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 90 mm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2004 kg 1309 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4120 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2810 mm 2460 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 55 L


 

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