2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Opel Astra
To start off, 2007 Opel Astra 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2007 Opel Astra. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 169 kg more than 2007 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Opel Astra. (151 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Opel |
| Model | Blazer | Astra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 52 L |
