2009 Acura RL vs. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura RL (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RL | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 4162 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 83 L |