2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (602 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1179 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 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (750 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Bentley |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 602 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 750 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3065 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 25.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 90 L |
