2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 390 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.

Because 2010 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Infiniti FX. (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Infiniti FX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Chevrolet Infiniti
Model TrailBlazer FX
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type SUV Crossover
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 5019 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 390 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 542 Nm 501 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1730 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 19.6 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 16.8 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 83 L 90 L


 

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