2012 BMW X5 vs. 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer would be higher. At 4,157 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (269 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Compare all specifications:
2012 BMW X5 | 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | TrailBlazer |
Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 4157 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 406 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4854 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1775 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2933 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 71 L |