2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
Model | TrailBlazer | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 2700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 1870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 33 L |