2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan Pathfinder 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 53 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 872 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
