2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Equus (429 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 291 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.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Hyundai Equus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Hyundai Equus (509 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2012 Hyundai Equus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Equus |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1762 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5159 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 77 L |
