2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2003 Nissan 350Z is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan 350Z (265 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 400 kg more than 2003 Nissan 350Z.
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, 2003 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 2003 Nissan 350Z has manual transmission. 2003 Nissan 350Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | 350Z |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
