2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet Silverado and 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (301 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 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 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 374 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |