1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Azera 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 Hyundai Azera (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Azera should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 857 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Azera. (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Azera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Hyundai Azera | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Blazer | Azera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1058 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
