1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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, 2011 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Blazer | X5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2934 mm |