2009 BMW 325 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 305 kg more than 2009 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 325. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 325 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1800 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 |
