2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Ford GT
To start off, 2006 Ford GT 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford GT (550 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 516 kg more than 2006 Ford GT.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford GT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Ford GT (678 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Ford GT | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | GT |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
