2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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 85 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
