1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (230 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 282 kg more than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Impreza. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2530 mm |
