2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2008 Jeep Cherokee 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 (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (210 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jeep Cherokee. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 90.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 78 L |
