2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 336 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volkswagen CC. (359 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | CC |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
