2009 BMW M6 vs. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2009 BMW M6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 BMW M6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (291 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2009 BMW M6.
Because 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW M6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2009 BMW M6 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M6 | 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 4163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3280 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 21.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
