2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 131 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 727 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 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 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Golf. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | TrailBlazer | Golf |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1426 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 55 L |