2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Ford F-250
To start off, 2007 Ford F-250 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 808 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | F-250 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 2892 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 144 L |
