2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. 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 152 more horse power than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (238 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Odyssey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 695 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | TrailBlazer | Odyssey |
Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1956 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |