2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 285 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 183 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Express.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2007 Chevrolet Express (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Express |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4159 cc | 4802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
