2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Honda Civic
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2009 Honda Civic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 175 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 785 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Honda Civic. 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 (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Civic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 50 L |
