2009 Cadillac Escalade vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 3 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (397 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 184 kg more than 2009 Cadillac Escalade.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Cadillac Escalade. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 Cadillac Escalade (417 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac Escalade | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Escalade | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6162 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 397 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 95 L |
