2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Volvo S80
To start off, 2006 Volvo S80 is newer by 2 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volvo S80 (312 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volvo S80 weights approximately 58 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Volvo S80 (440 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Volvo S80 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | S80 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 312 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 70 L |
