2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2008 Fiat Ducato is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. 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 161 more horse power than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat Ducato. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 133 kg more than 2008 Fiat Ducato. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Ducato. (270 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Ducato. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Fiat Ducato has manual transmission. 2008 Fiat Ducato 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 | 2008 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Ducato |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 14 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 2160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |
