2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero weights approximately 371 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero. (336 Nm). This means 2003 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Montero.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Blazer | Montero |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3835 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2171 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
