2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer 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 84 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 497 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda HR-V 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, 2005 Honda HR-V 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 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| 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 | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2460 mm |
