2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Nissan Frontier

To start off, 2010 Nissan Frontier 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 129 more horse power than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 68 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Nissan Frontier. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Frontier. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Frontier.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2010 Nissan Frontier
Make Chevrolet Nissan
Model TrailBlazer Frontier
Year Released 2008 2010
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 3954 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 261 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 536 Nm 381 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 1329 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5230 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3200 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 17 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 15.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 80 L


 

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