2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2006 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Legacy. (242 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Legacy 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, 2006 Subaru Legacy (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2006 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
