2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 7 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 157 more horse power than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW 3 Series. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 492 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 3 Series. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW 3 Series. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | TrailBlazer | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5964 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4636 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 60 L |