2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Isuzu I-280
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Isuzu I-280 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Isuzu I-280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Isuzu I-280 weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Isuzu I-280. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Isuzu I-280. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Isuzu I-280. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Isuzu I-280 has manual transmission. 2006 Isuzu I-280 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 | 2006 Isuzu I-280 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Isuzu |
| Model | TrailBlazer | I-280 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2801 cc |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
