2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 44 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1844 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
