2002 Subaru Impreza vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2002 Subaru Impreza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Subaru Impreza (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 375 kg more than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
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, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Subaru Impreza. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Subaru Impreza | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impreza | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
