2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Porsche 911. (350 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Porsche 911. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 695 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 17.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
