2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
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 X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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 179 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan X-Trail has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan X-Trail will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
