2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Cadillac CTS is newer by 11 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 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Cadillac CTS (263 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 127 kg more than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Cadillac CTS. (343 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Cadillac CTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Cadillac CTS | 1997 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Chevrolet |
| Model | CTS | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 4296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
