2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 2 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. 2007 Dodge Durango 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. 2007 Dodge Durango will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Durango |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3030 mm |
