2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (275 HP) has 141 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer weights approximately 315 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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 Trailblazer (373 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Captiva. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Captiva has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Captiva will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2006 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trailblazer | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 2403 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
