2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2008 Renault Clio 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 196 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (194 HP @ 7250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 865 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Clio. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (215 Nm @ 5550 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2008 Renault Clio 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |
