2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Renault Scenic
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2009 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 167 more horse power than 2009 Renault Scenic. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Scenic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 51 kg more than 2009 Renault Scenic. 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 Renault Scenic. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Scenic. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Scenic. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Scenic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Scenic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |
