1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Xedos 6
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 775 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Xedos |
| Model | Blazer | 6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
