2007 BMW X5 vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 96 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |
