2008 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Blazer and 2008 Toyota Tacoma were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 524 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tacoma.
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 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3956 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 236 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3590 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 79 L |