1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2005 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2005 Mazda Tribute 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 Mazda Tribute (200 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 331 kg more than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2005 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Blazer | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1584 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2620 mm |
