2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2009 Suzuki SX4 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 282 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
