2009 Audi S4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Audi S4 is newer by 1 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 50 more horse power than 2009 Audi S4. (340 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi S4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 331 kg more than 2009 Audi S4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi S4. (410 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi S4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S4 | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
| Model | S4 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
