1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
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 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (297 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
