1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2009 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mini Cooper is newer by 11 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 645 kg more than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Because 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mini Cooper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mini Cooper. (261 Nm @ 1850 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2009 Mini Cooper | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
Model | Blazer | Cooper |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |