2009 BMW 125 vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 589 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 125 | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 125 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2730 mm |
