2009 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW 320 is newer by 4 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 (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 299 kg more than 2009 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 320 (350 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 320 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 72 L |
