2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Alpina B5
To start off, 2010 Alpina B5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Alpina B5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Alpina B5 (493 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alpina B5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Alpina B5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Alpina B5 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Alpina B5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. 2010 Alpina B5 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Alpina B5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Alpina B5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Alpina |
Model | Blazer | B5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 4398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2890 mm |