2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic 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 184 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 940 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic. 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 2005 Honda Civic. 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 (374 Nm) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (118 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1334 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1213 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
