2006 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW M3 would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW M3. (355 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW M3 weights approximately 309 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

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 (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW M3. (370 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW M3. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW M3 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model M3 TrailBlazer
Year Released 2006 2009
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3246 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 355 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 7900 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 370 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 4900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1570 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2740 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 83 L


 

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