2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Peugeot 308
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2008 Peugeot 308 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 TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 308. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 308. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 308 weights approximately 128 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 Peugeot 308. 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 296 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 308. (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 308.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Peugeot 308 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | TrailBlazer | 308 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1389 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |