2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2005 Nissan 350Z is newer by 2 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 84 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Nissan 350Z | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | 350Z |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 81.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2540 mm |