2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Ford F-150
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford F-150 (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2006 Ford F-150 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | F-150 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 114 L |