2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Mazda 2
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda 2 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 321 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 28 kg more than 2004 Mazda 2. 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 2004 Mazda 2. 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 431 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda 2. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 2 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |
