2009 Audi R8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (395 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 1270 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi R8. (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi R8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | R8 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 83 L |
