2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mahindra Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra Commander 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 333 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 292 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Commander. (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Commander |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
