2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (485 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 469 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan GT-R 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, 2010 Nissan GT-R (588 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan GT-R has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan GT-R 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 | 2010 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | TrailBlazer | GT-R |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2779 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 74 L |