2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue is newer by 4 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (222 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 512 kg more than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (297 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Vue |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 75.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |
