2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 2009 Jaguar XJ 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Jaguar XJ. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XJ. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XJ.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2009 Jaguar XJ
Make Chevrolet Jaguar
Model TrailBlazer XJ
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4163 cc 4200 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 292 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 376 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4100 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5280 mm 4970 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1920 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3280 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 15.7 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 85 L


 

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