2005 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Subaru SVX
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. (191 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 64 kg more than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Subaru SVX. (301 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Subaru SVX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Subaru SVX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | SVX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 3318 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
