2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 93 L |
