2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Nissan Quest

To start off, 2006 Nissan Quest 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Quest weights approximately 136 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Quest. 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Quest. (328 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Quest.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2006 Nissan Quest
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model TrailBlazer Quest
Year Released 2004 2006
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3507 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 275 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 328 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 96.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 81 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.1:1 10.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2180 kg 2316 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1830 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 3160 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 12.4 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 76 L


 

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