2005 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 256 kg more than 2005 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 83 L |
