2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Audi A4
To start off, 2011 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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 179 more horse power than 2011 Audi A4. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A4 weights approximately 469 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A4. (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Audi A4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Audi |
Model | TrailBlazer | A4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |