2005 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Uplander and 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 76 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Uplander | 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Uplander | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 83 L |
