2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 2012 Honda Odyssey 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Odyssey (248 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 317 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, both vehicles can yield 339 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Blazer | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |
