2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 7 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 99 more horse power than 2012 BMW X1. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 519 kg more than 2012 BMW X1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (373 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X1. (350 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | TrailBlazer | X1 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| 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 | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2084 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 61 L |
