1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC70 is newer by 10 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, 2007 Volvo XC70 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo XC70. (340 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo XC70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | XC70 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
