2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
