1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Holden UTE
To start off, 2005 Holden UTE is newer by 7 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, 2005 Holden UTE (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden UTE should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 415 kg more than 2005 Holden UTE.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden UTE. (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden UTE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Holden UTE | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Holden |
| Model | Blazer | UTE |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2950 mm |
