2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2005 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2005 Porsche 911 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.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | TrailBlazer | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3822 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 288 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 4.8 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |