2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 4 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (285 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 BMW X1. (238 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 429 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
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 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X1. (350 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | TrailBlazer | X1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 374 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10:01:00 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
