2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 816 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Vitara 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Vitara. (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Vitara.
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2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Blazer | Vitara |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |