2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 4 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 87 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (578 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4157 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 578 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1938 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2896 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |
