2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2010 BMW 123 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2010 BMW 123. (202 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 123. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 599 kg more than 2010 BMW 123. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 123 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 51 L |
