1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 GMC Acadia
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia is newer by 10 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, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 698 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 GMC Acadia | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Blazer | Acadia |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2613 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3030 mm |