2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram is newer by 6 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (270 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 462 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.
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, 2011 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 552 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |
