2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Maxima 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 26 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 25 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | TrailBlazer | Maxima |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1574 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |