2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2008 Mini Cooper is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Mini Cooper. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1040 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (155 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
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2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | TrailBlazer | Cooper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 275 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 155 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.6:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |