2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Sonata 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 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 101 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (190 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. 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 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Sonata. (242 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Sonata.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | TrailBlazer | Sonata |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |