1996 Audi S6 vs. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi S6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi S6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi S6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi S6 (322 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 339 kg more than 1996 Audi S6.
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, 1996 Audi S6 (400 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 1996 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi S6 | 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S6 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 2084 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |
