1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Dodge Caravan
To start off, 1999 Dodge Caravan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (131 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Caravan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 Dodge Caravan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Caravan. (174 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Dodge Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | Caravan |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2880 mm |
