2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (252 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | TrailBlazer | Colorado |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4155 cc | 2770 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 252 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 102 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1797 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |