2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 678 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
