2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (206 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 434 kg more than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (212 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Blazer | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 206 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 212 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |