2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2007 Renault Kangoo 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 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 312 more horse power than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (83 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Kangoo weights approximately 327 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Kangoo. (180 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
Model | TrailBlazer | Kangoo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 50 L |