2007 BMW X3 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 X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 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 70 more horse power than 2007 BMW X3. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X3 weights approximately 504 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 BMW X3 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 83 L |
