2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Toyota Prius
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 Prius. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Prius 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 (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Prius. (76 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Prius weights approximately 69 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Prius. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Prius.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 45 L |