1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2001 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 4 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Land Rover Freelander. 2001 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1997 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Blazer | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
