2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2008 Mazda 5 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda 5 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (165 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda 5 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda 5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | TrailBlazer | 5 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 11.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |