1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 171 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Blazer | Pilot |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |