2008 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2008 Audi A4 and 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Audi A4. (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Audi A4. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A4 | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | A4 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
