2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 3 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, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Uplander weights approximately 598 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander. (325 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Uplander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Chevrolet Uplander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Uplander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3880 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 95 L |
