2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 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, 2006 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 197 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
