2006 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 567 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2006 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2006 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac Escalade | 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 269 HP |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2667 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |
