2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (194 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 617 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (431 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model TrailBlazer Land Cruiser
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 3389 cc
Horse Power 275 HP 194 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 3400 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 431 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2247 kg 1630 kg
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 48 L


 

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