2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. 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 151 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 395 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 2007 Honda Civic. 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | TrailBlazer | Civic |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |