2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer vs. 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche (320 HP) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (275 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer weights approximately 894 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche.
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 Avalanche (461 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer. (373 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Trailblazer | 2008 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Trailblazer | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4198 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 320 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2160 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
