2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana 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 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 85 more horse power than 2011 GMC Savana. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1429 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 GMC Savana. 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 (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 GMC Savana. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 GMC Savana.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | TrailBlazer | Savana |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3429 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |