2004 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M3 would be higher. At 4,159 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M3 (317 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (285 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M3 weights approximately 514 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW M3. (355 Nm). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M3 | 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3169 cc | 4159 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
