2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Charger 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 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 20 more horse power than 2012 Dodge Charger. (370 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Charger weights approximately 668 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Dodge Charger. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Dodge Charger. (535 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Charger |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 535 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1483 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3053 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
