2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (217 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 355 kg more 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
