1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2008 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2008 Jeep Wrangler 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 35 kg more than 2008 Jeep Wrangler. 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 Jeep Wrangler (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Wrangler will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2008 Jeep Wrangler | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Wrangler |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2777 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2430 mm |
