1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2006 Toyota Matrix
To start off, 2006 Toyota Matrix 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 61 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Matrix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 560 kg more than 2006 Toyota Matrix. 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Matrix. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2006 Toyota Matrix | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Matrix |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
