2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia

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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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 117 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (273 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.

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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sequoia. (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sequoia.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2007 Toyota Sequoia
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model TrailBlazer Sequoia
Year Released 2008 2007
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 4798 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 390 HP 273 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 536 Nm 426 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5190 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3010 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 45 L


 

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