2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Bonneville 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) has 195 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Bonneville weights approximately 552 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 Pontiac Bonneville. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Bonneville.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Pontiac Bonneville | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Bonneville |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
