1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW X6
To start off, 2012 BMW X6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X6 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 368 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X6 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X6 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | X6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 555 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4877 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1983 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2933 mm |
