2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander 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 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 47 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (228 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 138 kg more than 2013 Toyota Highlander. 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) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Highlander. (292 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 2109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4795 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
