2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Rover Streetwise

To start off, both 2004 Chevrolet Blazer and 2004 Rover Streetwise were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 88 more horse power than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover Streetwise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 534 kg more than 2004 Rover Streetwise. 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 2004 Rover Streetwise. 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 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover Streetwise. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover Streetwise.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Chevrolet Blazer 2004 Rover Streetwise
Make Chevrolet Rover
Model Blazer Streetwise
Year Released 2004 2004
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4294 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 123 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 10.5:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1764 kg 1230 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 7.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 50 L