1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 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, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 46 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Blazer | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1961 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4685 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1725 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2700 mm |