2001 BMW M3 vs. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, both 2001 BMW M3 and 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 505 kg more than 2001 BMW M3.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 BMW M3 (502 Nm) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm). This means 2001 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2001 BMW M3 has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW M3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 BMW M3 | 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 374 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |