2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
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 Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 638 kg more than 2005 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | Maverick |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 62 L |