2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Routan 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (283 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 960 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 Volkswagen Routan. 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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Routan. (352 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Routan.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | TrailBlazer | Routan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 283 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 78 L |