2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 4,155 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 39 kg more than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4155 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2153 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 93 L |
