2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Volvo C70
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volvo C70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volvo C70 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 30 more horse power than 2004 Volvo C70. (161 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo C70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 284 kg more than 2004 Volvo C70. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo C70. (230 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Volvo C70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | C70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
