2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 108 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (282 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 909 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tundra. (441 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 441 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3270 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |