2008 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2008 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 2 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (404 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 518 kg more than 2008 Cadillac Escalade.
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, 2008 Cadillac Escalade (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 404 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 565 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 2153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |
