2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Volvo S40
To start off, 2011 Volvo S40 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 163 more horse power than 2011 Volvo S40. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo S40 weights approximately 318 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 Volvo S40. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volvo S40. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volvo S40.
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2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | TrailBlazer | S40 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4475 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 57 L |