1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2007 Volvo S60
To start off, 2007 Volvo S60 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Volvo S60. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2007 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 414 kg more than 2007 Volvo S60. 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volvo S60. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2007 Volvo S60 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | S60 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2720 mm |
