2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 4 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 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (235 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Journey weights approximately 966 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (315 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Journey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2538 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 78 L |
