1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Sienna. 2007 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3454 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
