2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 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 5,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (395 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 BMW X5. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X5. (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X5.
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2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | TrailBlazer | X5 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |