2007 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2008 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 (490 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4798 cc | 4156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9 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 | 2200 kg | 2153 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 71 L |
