2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (235 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 272 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70. 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 @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
