2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. (260 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 403 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 Pontiac Grand Prix (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | TrailBlazer | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |