2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Mazda 5
To start off, 2013 Mazda 5 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 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 5. (157 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 614 kg more than 2013 Mazda 5. 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 Mazda 5. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 5. (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1551 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
