2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 BMW Z3
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer and 2001 BMW Z3 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 714 kg more than 2001 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 BMW Z3. 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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Z3. 2001 BMW Z3 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 Z3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 BMW Z3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | TrailBlazer | Z3 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1386 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 51 L |