2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 8 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 430 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, 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee (353 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 2114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4821 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1763 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2916 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 93 L |
