2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 GMC Safari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 GMC Safari 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 @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 GMC Safari. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1998 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 GMC Safari weights approximately 271 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Blazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 GMC Safari. (338 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 GMC Safari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 GMC Safari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Blazer | Safari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 98 L |
