2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (262 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 683 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 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 (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 74 L |
