2007 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 328 would be higher. At 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2007 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 328.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 328. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 328 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 328 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 83 L |
