2009 Audi S6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Audi S6 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, 2009 Audi S6 (435 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2009 Audi S6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Audi S6 | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | Audi | Chevrolet |
Model | S6 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 435 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.9 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 83 L |