2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera is newer by 2 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, 2011 Porsche Panamera (429 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 659 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Porsche Panamera. (520 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Porsche Panamera.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | TrailBlazer | Panamera |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 429 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1931 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1408 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 100 L |