2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Skoda Octavia were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 92 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 Skoda Octavia. 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 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Octavia. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Chevrolet | Skoda |
Model | TrailBlazer | Octavia |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |