2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2006 Nissan Altima 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 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 18 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Altima. (251 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 640 kg more than 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 2006 Nissan Altima. 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 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Altima. (338 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Altima |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |
