2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan

To start off, 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan weights approximately 767 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan. (311 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2010 Dodge Grand Caravan
Make Chevrolet Dodge
Model TrailBlazer Grand Caravan
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4161 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 285 HP 197 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 374 Nm 311 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1266 kg 2033 kg
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5144 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1953 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1814 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 3078 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 11.8 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 78 L


 

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