2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Audi A3
To start off, 2010 Audi A3 is newer by 5 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 75 more horse power than 2010 Audi A3. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 677 kg more than 2010 Audi A3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A3. (280 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4293 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
