1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Toyota Camry. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Camry |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2360 cc |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
