2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 423 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 71 L |
