2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW 520
To start off, 2012 BMW 520 is newer by 7 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2012 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 67 kg more than 2012 BMW 520. 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 2012 BMW 520. 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, 2012 BMW 520 (380 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Blazer | 520 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4899 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
