2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1996 Opel Calibra
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Calibra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Calibra 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1996 Opel Calibra. (115 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Calibra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Calibra weights approximately 112 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Calibra. (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Calibra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1996 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Calibra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
