1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot 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, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 2012 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 504 kg more than 2012 Jeep Patriot. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1758 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2634 mm |
