2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (380 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 414 kg more than 2009 Porsche Cayenne.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Blazer | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4806 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 100 L |
