2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 692 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
