2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Hyundai ix20
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix20 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 273 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (122 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix20 weights approximately 216 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 Hyundai ix20. 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 386 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai ix20. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai ix20.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Hyundai ix20 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | TrailBlazer | ix20 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1294 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2615 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |