2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 BMW Z4 is newer by 4 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, 2008 BMW Z4 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 243 kg more than 2008 BMW Z4.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (316 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW Z4 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z4 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
