2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Solara 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 158 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 2001 Toyota Solara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Solara. 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | Solara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |