2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. 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 8 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (261 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2013 BMW X5 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. 2013 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | TrailBlazer | X5 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 269 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 85 L |