2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2001 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW X5. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2720 mm |
