2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (274 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Crosstour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 579 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Crosstour. (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Crosstour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
