2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte 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, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte (425 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 81 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte. (489 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Maserati Quattroporte.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Maserati Quattroporte | |
Make | Chevrolet | Maserati |
Model | TrailBlazer | Quattroporte |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1438 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3063 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |