1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Infiniti QX56
To start off, 2008 Infiniti QX56 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 595 kg more than 2008 Infiniti QX56.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Infiniti QX56 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Infiniti |
| Model | Blazer | QX56 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3140 mm |
