2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Lotus Elise
To start off, 2007 Lotus Elise 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2007 Lotus Elise. (120 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Lotus Elise. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 1021 kg more than 2007 Lotus Elise. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lotus Elise. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Lotus Elise | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Blazer | Elise |
Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1806 kg | 785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2310 mm |