2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Tata Sumo

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Tata Sumo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (270 HP) has 203 more horse power than 2005 Tata Sumo. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Tata Sumo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 273 kg more than 2005 Tata Sumo. 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 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Tata Sumo. (119 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Tata Sumo. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Tata Sumo has manual transmission. 2005 Tata Sumo 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 Tata Sumo
Make Chevrolet Tata
Model TrailBlazer Sumo
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4157 cc 1948 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 270 HP 67 HP
Torque 373 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2153 kg 1880 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1980 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2410 mm


 

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