2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2002 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda 2 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 317 more horse power than 2002 Mazda 2. (78 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 2 weights approximately 57 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mazda 2. 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 418 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 2. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2002 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
