2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Freelander 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 (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Land Rover Freelander. (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | TrailBlazer | Freelander |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2670 mm |