2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (270 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. 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 Silverado (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
