2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. 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 38 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 148 L |
