2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler 300. (253 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (332 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
