2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Nissan Pathfinder

To start off, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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 (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Nissan Pathfinder.

Because 2007 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2007 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2007 Nissan Pathfinder
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model TrailBlazer Pathfinder
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 3953 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 292 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 391 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 11.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 80 L


 

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