2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Ram (500 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Ram weights approximately 512 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Dodge Ram. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Dodge Ram (732 Nm) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2003 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Ram |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 8277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 732 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2274 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3030 mm |
