2011 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2011 BMW 530 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 530 (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 BMW 530 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer. (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 530 | 2002 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Blazer |
Year Released | 2011 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 540 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4907 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1462 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 2720 mm |