2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 630 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota RAV4. (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
