2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2012 GMC Savana. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 GMC Savana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 200 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 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Savana |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
