2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X3 (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X3 weights approximately 182 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | X3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 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 | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 67 L |
