1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2006 Nissan Titan 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Titan weights approximately 269 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Nissan Titan (514 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
Model | Blazer | Titan |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5556 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 514 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2184 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3560 mm |