2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Porsche 911

To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 382 kg more than 2006 Porsche 911.

Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (370 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chevrolet Blazer 2006 Porsche 911
Make Chevrolet Porsche
Model Blazer 911
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type SUV Convertible
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 4294 cc 3596 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 190 HP 316 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4250 RPM
Torque 339 Nm 370 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.2:1 11.3:1
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1762 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4510 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1650 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2360 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.7 L/100km 11.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 72 L 64 L


 

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