2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Hyundai Accent 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 210 more horse power than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 715 kg more than 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 2003 Hyundai Accent. 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 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Hyundai Accent. (116 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Hyundai Accent.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | TrailBlazer | Accent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |