2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Volvo XC60
To start off, 2011 Volvo XC60 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) has 75 more horse power than 2011 Volvo XC60. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo XC60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2011 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Volvo XC60 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, 2011 Volvo XC60 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Volvo XC60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | XC60 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 292 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2748 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
