2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Volvo S60

To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Blazer and 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Volvo S60.

Because 2005 Volvo S60 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo S60 will offer significantly more control. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo S60. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo S60. 2005 Volvo S60 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 Volvo S60 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Blazer 2005 Volvo S60
Make Chevrolet Volvo
Model Blazer S60
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4299 cc 2433 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 208 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 1500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 93.2 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1800 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4580 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2780 mm


 

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