2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 3 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 372 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai i40. 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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai i40 has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai i40 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 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | TrailBlazer | i40 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1638 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1815 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |