Trailblazer SS-vs-Grand Cherokee SRT8

[FlippiN.af]

A comparison of these two sport-utes:


Chevrolet Trailblazer SS
Base Price: $35,000
Vehicle Layout: Front Engine, RWD or AWD
Engine: V86.0L w/ 395HP,400Lb-ft
Transmission: 4-Spd Auto
Curb Weight: 4550 Lbs.
0-60sec: 5.8 Sec(est)
1/4 Mile: 14.0 Sec(est)
Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT-8
Base Price: $39,995
Vehicle Layout: Front Engine, AWD
Engine: V86.1L w/ 420HP, 420Lb-ft
Transmission: 5-Spd Auto w/ Manumatic Shifting
Curb Weight: 4788 Lbs.
0-60sec: 4.7 Sec(est)
1/4 Mile: 14.0 Sec(est)
IMO, they both look good. But the better SUV to me has gotta be the Jeep. Its just got more power, has a better stance, and looks much better.

Which do you like better and why do you think that?

[NISSANSPDR]

I think it was C/D or R/T rated the Trailblazer SS higher than the Jeep in a direct comparo

[SuperHighOutput]

I like the Trailbalzer's looks better personally so I'd go with one of those.

[iPoddity]

C/D rated the Trailblazer better because it has a real towing capacity. The Jeep is faster but it dosent have that.

i think id pick the Trailblazer though...im more of a GM guy...even though my own vehicles a Dodge...would you turn down a free vehicle at the age of 16?

[dapriceiswrongb]

I think the SRT8 is the better looking of the two. It also has higher performance and sense i don't tow anything i would have to go with it.

[porscheguy9999]

Uhh, don't mean to be a downer, but I created a thread about this exact thing like 4-5 months ago. So next time, try the search function...

None the less, I would take the SRT8 beacuse it just the better of the two. The fact that I have an 05 GC plays no part in my choice. If you want to tow, but the 5.7 Hemi GC due to its lower gearing (aka: for towing because theres only 4 gears). People who just want a truck that's stupid fast (meant in a good way of course), should buy the SRT8. Heres why:

-Power advantage (420 vs 395)
-Torque advantage (420 vs 400)
-Over 1.1 seconds faster to 60
-Bigger engine (6.1 vs 6.0)
-5 speed tranny
-The extra $4K is worth it
-A Grand Cherokee has more pinache than a TrailBlazer, sorry, it just does...

Fact: the most common SUV at my highschool are Jeeps. Along with Audi's being the most common luxury sedan there. But thats off topic. I'm just trying to show that people will more likely choose a G.C. over a T.B.

I guess the TrailBlazer is for the kind of person who's one of the "rich" people in a small town where most people drive trucks. But the Grand Cherokee is more suited for the kind of person who lives in a more expensive suburb and is at the lower end of the high income bracket. And I know which one I live in...

You could also look at it in terms of maturity. People who tend to lean towards the more sophmoric (be they young or still see themselves as a kid)side would choose the SS. But those who are a bit more mature (middle aged or are used to getting the best) and want bang for their buck, the SRT comes out as the more logical choice. But I'm getting too psycological.

GC SRT8 > TB SS

[FlippiN.af]

Originally Posted by porscheguy9999

Uhh, don't mean to be a downer, but I created a thread about this exact thing like 4-5 months ago. So next time, try the search function...

What was your thread called?
Because I did the search w/ my current title and nothing came up. Sorry though for reposting.

[mason_RsX]

Originally Posted by porscheguy9999

Uhh, don't mean to be a downer, but I created a thread about this exact thing like 4-5 months ago. So next time, try the search function...

I was gonna say...I swear there was a post already made about this

I would have to take the SS ovee r he SRT-8....I just think it looks better, is more practical as a general purpose vehicle, its gonna be cheaper...and its an LS2

That being said if all I wanted the car for was to haul ass...its SRT-8 not contest

[porscheguy9999]

Originally Posted by FlippiN.af

What was your thread called?
Because I did the search w/ my current title and nothing came up. Sorry though for reposting.

Hey, no prob. I think it was "Grand Cherokee SRT8 vs. Trailblazer SS". Otherwise, I cant tell you what it was called (due to amnesia no doubt, haha). I think it also had a poll too... But its good to see that people still talk about these cars.

[Muscletang]

I'll throw my opinion in, if I had to get one I'd get the SS because it can actually do some work and haul something. This is what SUVs were made for, nothing else. The same mind set can be said about trucks.

I don't see how anybody in their right mind would even consider the SRT. It's a total waste of money like the SRT-Ram. I mean for that price you could get a real performance car like a Corvette and not this rip off.

[iPoddity]

Originally Posted by porscheguy9999

You could also look at it in terms of maturity. People who tend to lean towards the more sophmoric (be they young or still see themselves as a kid)side would choose the SS.

how do you figure that? i think maturity has anything to do with what someone would drive. the SS can tow, carry loads, basically its a stupidly fast dailey driver that you can murder asphalt with on the weekends. if i was going to go and label i would say the SRT is the soccor moms choice, cause its doubtful she'll be towing or hauling. ill admit the SRT is more polish, better fit and finish, classier interior, all of that. but on the practicality side the SS has the SRT pretty much P0WN3D. theres even the factor of brand loyalty to consider. my neighbor for example, is fiercly loyal to GM. i can tell you without even asking him that if he had the green backs for either an SRT or an SS he would pick the SS hands down.

and personally..i think brand loyalty will be the big deciding force between who buys which vehicle...or practicality..or need...not maturity

[porscheguy9999]

Originally Posted by iPoddity

how do you figure that? i think maturity has anything to do with what someone would drive. the SS can tow, carry loads, basically its a stupidly fast dailey driver that you can murder asphalt with on the weekends. if i was going to go and label i would say the SRT is the soccor moms choice, cause its doubtful she'll be towing or hauling. ill admit the SRT is more polish, better fit and finish, classier interior, all of that. but on the practicality side the SS has the SRT pretty much P0WN3D. theres even the factor of brand loyalty to consider. my neighbor for example, is fiercly loyal to GM. i can tell you without even asking him that if he had the green backs for either an SRT or an SS he would pick the SS hands down.

and personally..i think brand loyalty will be the big deciding force between who buys which vehicle...or practicality..or need...not maturity

Very well put. Ahem, I offically retract my maturity statement from my prvious post. To elaborate, I see myself as somewhat being able to analize people through choices and reasoning. And then, admittedly, classify them into groups (socia, class, etc.). You may not agree, but thats just the way I am...

Although we clearly have a difference of opinion (i.e: maturtiy factor). I suppose a better way to put my statement is:

"The SS is for those who want to make a statement. Whereas the SRT is for those who want to make a more subtle statement."

It was just my opinion about the maturity part. But now that you mention it, the brand loyalty DOES play a major role in your choice. And not to get nit-picky, IMO it would be funnier to say "the SS pwnz SRT n00bs" or somthing to that effect. Although, P0WN3D isn't bad at all...

[mason_RsX]

Originally Posted by porscheguy9999

Very well put. Ahem, I offically retract my maturity statement from my prvious post. To elaborate, I see myself as somewhat being able to analize people through choices and reasoning. And then, admittedly, classify them into groups (socia, class, etc.). You may not agree, but thats just the way I am...

Actually, classifying people into social and class ground is a natural part of human thought... Its a form of better memory to put people into similar characteristic startas...Its only when you assign each group a set of negative characteristics that it becomes more like prejudice

Brand loyalty does play a part...I will never understand why people are so loyal to a specific brand, you should really buy the best car for your needs, even if its not from your favourite brand...

and I would say the SRT-8 is more of a statement because It is not a logical purchase compared to the SS...I mean the SS can be a relatively practical, choice with its towing abilitiy and little luxuries...The SRT-8 makes the statement, screw what a trucks supossed to do all mine is gonna do it haul ass

[porscheguy9999]

You all make such nice statements. Don't I feel ashamed...