2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Prius would be higher. At 5,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Prius weights approximately 39 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Prius. 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 425 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | Prius |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 3.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |