1991 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe

To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (158 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (145 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 246 kg more than 1991 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, 1991 Chevrolet Blazer (312 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Blazer 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
Make Chevrolet Hyundai
Model Blazer Santa Fe
Year Released 1991 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4300 cc 2351 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 158 HP 145 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 312 Nm 200 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 101.6 mm 86.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.4 mm 100 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1776 kg
Vehicle Length 4500 mm 4510 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1630 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2720 mm 2630 mm


 

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