2008 BMW 118 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 BMW 118 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 BMW 118. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 530 kg more than 2008 BMW 118. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 118. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 118 | 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 118 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
