2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chrysler 300 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 91 more horse power than 2003 Chrysler 300. (200 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chrysler 300. 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 (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler 300. (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 300 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
