2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Explorer 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 (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2005 Ford Explorer. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2005 Ford Explorer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Explorer. (330 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 85 L |
