2008 Nissan Murano vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2008 Nissan Murano is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Murano (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 45 kg more than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Murano. (319 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Murano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Murano | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Nissan | Chevrolet |
| Model | Murano | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
