2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Splash is newer by 6 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, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Splash. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 542 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Splash. 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 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Splash. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Splash.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Suzuki Splash | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Splash |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11:01 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3715 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
