1994 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 330 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2770 mm |
