2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2013 GMC Terrain. (180 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Terrain. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 274 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2013 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain 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 (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Terrain.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1823 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2857 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 71 L |
