2001 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 BMW 135
To start off, 2011 BMW 135 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 150 kg more than 2011 BMW 135.
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, 2011 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 BMW 135 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Blazer | 135 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4361 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 53 L |