2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 674 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Trans Sport 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Trans Sport TrailBlazer
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3350 cc 5964 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 395 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 285 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1752 kg 1078 kg
Vehicle Length 5120 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1810 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2880 mm


 

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