2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 482 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
