2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2005 Opel Vectra 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Opel Vectra. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 438 kg more than 2005 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 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Opel Vectra. (321 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 61 L |
