2001 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 325 would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 325 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 325 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2493 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |