2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge 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 125 more horse power than 2007 Ford Edge. (265 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Edge.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Edge. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Ford Edge | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | TrailBlazer | Edge |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |