1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer 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 53 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (134 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Stilo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 455 kg more than 2004 Fiat Stilo. 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 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Fiat Stilo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Blazer | Stilo |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1745 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
