2000 BMW Z8 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z8 would be higher. At 4,939 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 BMW Z8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW Z8 (400 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (292 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW Z8 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 BMW Z8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 BMW Z8 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW Z8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z8 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 BMW Z8 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z8 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4939 cc | 4163 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 3280 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 21.1 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 95 L |