2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, both 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2003 Peugeot 406 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 739 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Peugeot 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406. 2003 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 406 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| 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 | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
