2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Volvo S60
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo S60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo S60 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 2005 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | S60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
