2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2012 Dodge Challenger is newer by 8 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 168 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, 2012 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Challenger |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 72 L |
