2006 Acura RL vs. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 4,198 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (275 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer weights approximately 582 kg more than 2006 Acura RL.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer (373 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura RL. (347 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Trailblazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 275 HP |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2880 mm |
