2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2007 Honda Civic 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 (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1078 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Honda Civic. 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 (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
