2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Hardbody. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Hardbody 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (155 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 255 kg more than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Hardbody. (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Hardbody.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 82 L |
