2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 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 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 190 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 | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
