2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP) has 99 more horse power than 2012 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 629 kg more than 2012 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | TrailBlazer | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 374 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |