2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touran 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 187 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 837 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | TrailBlazer | Touran |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |