2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Fortuner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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) has 229 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Fortuner weights approximately 95 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
