2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2012 BMW 320
To start off, 2012 BMW 320 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2012 BMW 320. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 320.
Because 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2012 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2012 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2012 BMW 320 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | TrailBlazer | 320 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4157 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1429 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 57 L |