2008 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 4,300 cc, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 576 kg more than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Blazer (340 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 126 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2450 mm |
