2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 186 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 312 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 Volkswagen Touran. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2008 Volkswagen Touran has manual transmission. 2008 Volkswagen Touran 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 Volkswagen Touran | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | TrailBlazer | Touran |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |