2006 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (284 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 504 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2419 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2070 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2730 mm |
