2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Ford Focus
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 Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Focus 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 259 more horse power than 2005 Ford Focus. (136 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Focus weights approximately 220 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Ford Focus. 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) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (180 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | Focus |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 180 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 53 L |