2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (129 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 305 kg more than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Isuzu D-MAX. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Isuzu D-MAX has manual transmission. 2005 Isuzu D-MAX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Isuzu D-MAX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | TrailBlazer | D-MAX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3060 mm |
