2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 303 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 BMW X3 (560 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Blazer | X3 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4292 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 560 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4648 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1881 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1675 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |