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


 

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