2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 206. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 206. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 873 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Peugeot 206. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 206 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 47 L |
