2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trans Sport | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2880 mm |
