2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Dacia Duster
To start off, 2012 Dacia Duster is newer by 7 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 167 more horse power than 2012 Dacia Duster. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Dacia Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2012 Dacia Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dacia Duster. (177 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dacia Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Dacia Duster | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dacia |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Duster |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
