2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 683 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. 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 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
