2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 606 kg more than 2003 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2406 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2720 mm |
