2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2011 Cadillac SRX is newer by 5 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 27 more horse power than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (265 HP @ 6950 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Cadillac SRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 166 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Cadillac SRX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Cadillac SRX. (302 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | TrailBlazer | SRX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6950 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1916 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4834 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2807 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 79 L |
