2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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 (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 161 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
