2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 57 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 2304 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5329 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |
