2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Mazda 3 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 290 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 980 kg more than 2006 Mazda 3. 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 Mazda 3. 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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | TrailBlazer | 3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |