2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 739 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blazer | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 413 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 98 L |
