2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Blazer and 2005 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 215 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. 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, 2005 Rover 75, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
Model | Blazer | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |