2004 BMW 730 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2004 BMW 730 and 2004 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 16 kg more than 2004 BMW 730.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 730. 2004 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2004 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW 730 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 730 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2720 mm |