2008 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Aveo 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 (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (103 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo.

Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Aveo. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Aveo 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 Chevrolet Aveo 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Aveo TrailBlazer
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 103 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 536 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2490 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption 6.9 L/100km 14 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 9.8 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.7 L/100km 15.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 83 L


 

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