2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 426 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (401 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2190 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
