2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 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 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 77 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 5. (113 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 214 kg more than 2012 Mazda 5. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 5. (165 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | 5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1615 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 60 L |
