2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 305 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 697 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | TrailBlazer | Civic |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1334 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1213 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |