2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda B2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda B2300 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 2004 Mazda B2300. (135 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda B2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda B2300 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mazda B2300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda B2300. (206 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda B2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Mazda B2300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | B2300 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1366 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 62 L |
