2008 BMW 325 vs. 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer

To start off, both 2008 BMW 325 and 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 219 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.

Because 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (536 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 325.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW 325 2008 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model 325 TrailBlazer
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 5999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 536 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 4270 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 83 L


 

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