2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 2 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 184 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Fiat Ducato weights approximately 270 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
