2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 1149 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | TrailBlazer | X6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 19.6 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 85 L |
