2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Nissan Frontier would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (265 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 370 kg more than 2006 Nissan Frontier. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Nissan Frontier. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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 TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Frontier. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
