2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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 240 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 935 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. 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 2009 Suzuki Equator. 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 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |
