2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 365 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.
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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | TrailBlazer | 911 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |