1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2006 Nissan Murano is newer by 8 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, 2006 Nissan Murano (245 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 375 kg more than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Nissan Murano. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Nissan Murano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Blazer | Murano |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2830 mm |
