2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (377 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | TrailBlazer | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2730 mm |
