2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban 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 70 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 452 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
