2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (494 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 272 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (691 Nm) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | TrailBlazer | Ram |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 494 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 691 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3580 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |