2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 353 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | TrailBlazer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4159 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3246 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 80 L |