2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Acura TL
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 4 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 4,156 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 353 kg more than 2012 Acura TL.
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 (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Acura TL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | TrailBlazer | TL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4156 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
