1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. 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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2429 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2660 mm |
