2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 6 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 95 more horse power than 2012 Acura MDX. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Acura MDX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 986 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | TrailBlazer | MDX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
