1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2010 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 13 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, 2010 Land Rover Freelander (229 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 717 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Land Rover Freelander. (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Land Rover Freelander.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Land Rover Freelander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
Model | Blazer | Freelander |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3192 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 229 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 317 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2632 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2670 mm |