2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT 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 5,733 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 426 kg more than 2005 Porsche Carrera GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Blazer | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 590 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |