2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 685 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Blazer | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
