2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V 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 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2007 Honda CR-V. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 163 kg more than 2007 Honda CR-V. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda CR-V.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2007 Honda CR-V
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model TrailBlazer CR-V
Year Released 2005 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4155 cc 2354 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 269 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 87 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 99 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.7:1
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2153 kg 1990 kg
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1830 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 58 L


 

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