2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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 29 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (162 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 234 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Sonata. (222 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Blazer | Sonata |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 222 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |