2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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 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 180 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 487 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 292 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (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 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5964 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1078 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 83 L |