2009 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 5 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, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 318 kg more than 2009 BMW M3.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW M3 (400 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M3 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 71 L |
