2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 855 kg more than 2005 Ford Expedition.
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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | Expedition |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4156 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 106 L |