2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 839 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 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 4299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2639 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6090 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2720 mm |
