2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Opel Frontera 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 89 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 642 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 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | TrailBlazer | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |