2011 Chevrolet Orlando vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 9 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 435 kg more than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando. (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Orlando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Orlando | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Orlando | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4652 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1836 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1633 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
