2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2012 Nissan X-Trail 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 122 more horse power than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (169 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 846 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Nissan X-Trail. (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | TrailBlazer | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2316 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |