2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 De Tomaso Guara. 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, 2005 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | De Tomaso |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Guara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2620 mm |
