2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Cadillac Escalade
To start off, 2012 Cadillac Escalade 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (332 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 502 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Cadillac Escalade. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Cadillac Escalade.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Cadillac Escalade | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Escalade |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2667 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5144 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1928 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 95 L |
