2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 127 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. 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 2005 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (382 Nm) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1891 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
