2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (120 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 334 kg more than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jeep Cherokee. (195 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Blazer | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 2464 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
