2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tundra is newer by 10 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (196 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2009 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (349 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. 2009 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Blazer has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota Tundra | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tundra | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5820 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
