2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Honda Legend
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 Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Legend 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 99 more horse power than 2005 Honda Legend. (291 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Legend weights approximately 409 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Legend. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Honda Legend | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | TrailBlazer | Legend |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |