2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 307 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (382 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 87 L |
