2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Peugeot 406
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Peugeot 406. (136 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 211 kg more than 2003 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Peugeot 406. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 406 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1361 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
