2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (181 HP @ 2000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW X5 (410 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 72 L |
