2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 119 more horse power than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (271 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour weights approximately 486 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 Honda Accord Crosstour. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Accord Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1747 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1669 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
