2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2000 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet S-10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet S-10 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 172 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 280 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet S-10. (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet S-10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2000 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | S-10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3130 mm |
