2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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 (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. (245 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 84 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will offer significantly more control. 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 Subaru B9 Tribeca (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | TrailBlazer | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 64 L |
