2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (306 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 556 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.
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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (443 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | Tundra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2306 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 100 L |