2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2003 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 5 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (190 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2003 Chevrolet Blazer | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Charger | Blazer |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6059 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 425 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2720 mm |