2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Yukon weights approximately 513 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2006 GMC Yukon (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Yukon |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |
