2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 207 kg more than 2010 Volvo XC60.

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 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2010 Volvo XC60 has automatic transmission and 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Volvo XC60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2010 Volvo XC60 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make Volvo Chevrolet
Model XC60 TrailBlazer
Year Released 2010 2002
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3000 cc 4157 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 281 HP 269 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 400 Nm 374 Nm
Torque RPM 1500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type AWD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1893 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4628 mm 4900 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1712 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2774 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 71 L