2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC is newer by 6 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 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen CC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 649 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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 2010 Volkswagen CC. 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 @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen CC. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen CC.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | TrailBlazer | CC |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2166 kg | 1517 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4798 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
