1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2006 Pontiac GTO 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 5,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac GTO (400 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (197 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 140 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Pontiac GTO (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Blazer | GTO |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 5969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
