2010 GMC Savana vs. 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 236 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 GMC Savana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 GMC Savana | 2004 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Savana | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 452 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 2166 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5692 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2017 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2073 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3429 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 71 L |
