2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger 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 212 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (178 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 425 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 83 L |
