2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ford Focus 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 @ 5400 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 2004 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 306 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Focus. 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 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Focus. (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1384 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |