2008 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 3 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (270 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 266 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.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Tahoe 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Tahoe TrailBlazer
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5326 cc 4157 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 284 HP 270 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 427 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 102 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 170 km/hour 192 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 2419 kg 2153 kg
Vehicle Length 5060 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 2070 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1970 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 13 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 98 L 71 L


 

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