2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (274 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1137 kg more than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
