2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2007 Dodge Viper is newer by 3 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 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 283 kg more than 2007 Dodge Viper.
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, 2007 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Dodge Viper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Blazer | Viper |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 8277 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 712 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 102.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2520 mm |