2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX 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 98 more horse power than 2012 Infiniti EX. (297 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Infiniti EX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 637 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 Infiniti EX. 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 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Infiniti EX. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Infiniti EX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | TrailBlazer | EX |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5964 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1803 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1572 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
