2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia

To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (197 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 182 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia. (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model TrailBlazer 200 SX Silvia
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5964 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 395 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6400 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 265 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1078 kg 1260 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4530 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1300 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2530 mm