2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 324 kg more than 2013 Volvo S80.
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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | TrailBlazer | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 6.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2835 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |