2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Jeep Commander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jeep Commander 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 154 more horse power than 2007 Jeep Commander. (236 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Jeep Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 233 kg more than 2007 Jeep Commander. 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jeep Commander. (414 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jeep Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Jeep Commander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1677 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
