2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Civic would be higher. At 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 873 kg more than 2007 Honda Civic. 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
