2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio
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 Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mahindra Scorpio 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 (291 HP) has 183 more horse power than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mahindra Scorpio weights approximately 160 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio. (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mahindra Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Mahindra Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mahindra |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2609 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
