2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 121 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Legacy.
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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Legacy. (231 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Legacy. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2008 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 64 L |
