2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 117 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blackhawk | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3280 mm |
