2007 Dodge Durango vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Durango is newer by 4 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Durango (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Dodge Durango.
Because 2007 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Durango 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, 2007 Dodge Durango (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Dodge Durango | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Durango | Blazer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4701 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |