2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Nissan Quest
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 Quest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Quest 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 51 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Quest. (240 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Quest weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Quest. 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 (376 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Quest. (334 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Quest |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |
