2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 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 4,156 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2010 Volvo XC70. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Volvo XC70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 273 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (440 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4156 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4838 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1604 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2815 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
