2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2004 Volvo S80
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo S80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo S80 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S80. (197 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S80 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2009 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S80. (321 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S80.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2004 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | TrailBlazer | S80 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |