1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 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 52 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 805 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Blazer | 25 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
