2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Dodge Nitro
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2007 Dodge Nitro were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Nitro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Nitro. (360 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Nitro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Nitro |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 74 L |
