2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 21 more horse power than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. 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, both vehicles can yield 376 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 87 L |