2007 BMW 325 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (292 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 330 kg more than 2007 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 325. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
