2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Volvo S40
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volvo S40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volvo S40 would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2003 Volvo S40. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2003 Volvo S40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 233 kg more than 2003 Volvo S40. 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 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Volvo S40. (165 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Blazer | S40 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
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 | 191 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 165 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |