2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2000 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Vectra 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 90 more horse power than 2000 Opel Vectra. (100 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 298 kg more than 2000 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Vectra. (150 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2000 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2650 mm |
