1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 16 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 72 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge JOURNEY will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Blazer | JOURNEY |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1843 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2127 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2890 mm |
