2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Sonata 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 190 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (200 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Sonata. (249 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | TrailBlazer | Sonata |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4821 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2794 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |