2003 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2009 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 6 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, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. (175 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 255 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 2009 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee 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, 2009 Jeep Cherokee (460 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2700 mm |
