2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2008 Chevrolet Silverado were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
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 Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | TrailBlazer | Silverado |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4156 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 353 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 506 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 6580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 4250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 129 L |