2012 Chevrolet Avalanche vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 13 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 654 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Avalanche | Blazer |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2730 mm |
