2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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 165 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 66 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Kombi has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2009 Volkswagen Kombi | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | TrailBlazer | Kombi |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4155 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |