2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 67 L |
