2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 796 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2006 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model TrailBlazer Corvette
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4162 cc 6998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 275 HP 506 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 373 Nm 637 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 104.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 102 mm 101.6 mm
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 7 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2247 kg 1451 kg
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.1 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L


 

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