2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Acura MDX
To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura MDX weights approximately 808 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.
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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | TrailBlazer | MDX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 11.2 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2069 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2238 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1733 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 79 L |
