2008 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Blazer and 2008 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Sierra weights approximately 265 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 GMC Sierra (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5999 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 353 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 129 L |
