2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 38 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (152 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 88 kg more than 2003 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Opel Vectra. (229 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
Model | Blazer | Vectra |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 229 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |