2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2003 Rover City
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City 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 207 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 710 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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 Rover City. 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2003 Rover City | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | TrailBlazer | City |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 37 L |