2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 842 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. 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 TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star. (120 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mitsubishi Space Star | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Space Star |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
