2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. (247 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 293 kg more than 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser. 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, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4155 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 87 L |