2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 BMW M3
To start off, 2013 BMW M3 is newer by 9 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, 2013 BMW M3 (408 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW M3 weights approximately 196 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, 2013 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2013 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | M3 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 408 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0 : 1 |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4618 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2761 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 63 L |
