2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW 335 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Blazer | 335 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2810 mm |