2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition 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 80 more horse power than 2011 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Expedition weights approximately 765 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 Ford Expedition. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Expedition. (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 2675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1974 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 127 L |
