2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Chevrolet Blazer were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 367 kg more than 2005 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 320. (200 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 339 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1762 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 72 L |