1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2010 Hummer H3
To start off, 2010 Hummer H3 is newer by 12 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, 2010 Hummer H3 (242 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hummer H3 weights approximately 349 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hummer H3. (328 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2010 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
| Model | Blazer | H3 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3653 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 2194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
