2009 BMW 550 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 BMW 550.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 550 | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 4294 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 88 mm |
| 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 | 1660 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
