2000 Chevrolet Malibu 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 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (168 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 192 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1572 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2690 mm |
