1993 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mazda 6
To start off, 2005 Mazda 6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 6. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 42 kg more than 2005 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer. (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 6 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |
