2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 2 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 140 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 484 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 68 L |
