2000 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 12 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP) has 105 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 341 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 295 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 6340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 4010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 129 L |
