2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 BMW Z4
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2008 BMW Z4. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW Z4 weights approximately 317 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | TrailBlazer | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 55 L |