2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Hyundai Tiburon
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Tiburon would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (172 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 432 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Tiburon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Tiburon.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Hyundai Tiburon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Blazer | Tiburon |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 245 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |