2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 5 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 169 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 938 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 2006 Volkswagen Polo. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Polo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1162 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
