2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 238 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Frontier |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 381 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 16.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1922 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 80 L |