2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Ram. (345 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 613 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 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Ram. (510 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Ram.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ram |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5654 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 6350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 132 L |
