2000 Acura TL vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura TL weights approximately 3 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura TL. (294 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura TL | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |
