1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 890 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
