2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 298 kg more than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero has manual transmission. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Pajero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Pajero |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 18.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 92 L |
