2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 489 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.

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 Chevrolet Silverado (415 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Silverado TrailBlazer
Year Released 2008 2006
Body Type Pickup SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4800 cc 4163 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 295 HP 291 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 415 Nm 377 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 3 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1750 kg
Vehicle Length 5710 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1880 mm 1850 mm
Wheelbase Size 3380 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 129 L 83 L


 

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