1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 14 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, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi (185 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 445 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |
