2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC70 is newer by 5 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, 2010 Volvo XC70 (235 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC70 weights approximately 119 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.
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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volvo XC70. (320 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4839 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1603 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2814 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
