2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 7 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1267 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford F-150. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 2345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 98 L |
