2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Porsche 996
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 996. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 996 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 262 kg more than 2001 Porsche 996.
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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 996 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
