1996 BMW 540 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 540 would be higher. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 BMW 540. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 540. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 540 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 540. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1996 BMW 540 (440 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 540 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 540 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |
