2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2007 Volvo XC90. (207 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 932 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | TrailBlazer | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
