2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 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 4,162 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (275 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 327 kg more than 2013 BMW 5 Series.
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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | TrailBlazer | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4162 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2247 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
