2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2009 Saturn Vue 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 36 more horse power than 2009 Saturn Vue. (249 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Vue. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (251 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saturn |
Model | TrailBlazer | Vue |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3562 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 249 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |