2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Scion tC
To start off, 2011 Scion tC 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 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Scion tC. (180 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Scion tC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 696 kg more than 2011 Scion tC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Scion tC. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Scion tC. (234 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Scion tC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Scion tC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
| Model | TrailBlazer | tC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1388 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
