2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Lexus RX
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 7 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, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus RX weights approximately 257 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Lexus RX (348 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | RX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 348 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 73 L |
