2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (162 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (159 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
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2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | TrailBlazer | Malibu |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 159 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 2385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |