2007 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
