2012 BMW 118 vs. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2012 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 760 kg more than 2012 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (374 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 BMW 118 | 2002 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | TrailBlazer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 374 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4239 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1748 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1421 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 71 L |
