2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Dodge Ram
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Dodge Ram were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Ram. 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 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | TrailBlazer | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 8276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 713 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 101 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 26.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |