GMC Suburban vs. Chevrolet Blazer
In comparing the GMC Suburban's and the Chevrolet Blazer's specifications and ratings, the GMC Suburban has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Chevrolet Blazer has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the GMC Suburban's and the Chevrolet Blazer's specifications and ratings, the Chevrolet Blazer is a better car than the GMC Suburban.
GMC Suburban vs. Chevrolet Blazer Pricing
A used 1999 GMC Suburban ranges from $2,497 to $17,992 while a used 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is priced between $1,440 to $12,095.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the GMC Suburban’s base engine makes 255 horsepower, and the Chevrolet Blazer base engine makes 190 horsepower. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 714 miles. The Blazer is rated to deliver an average of 17 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 399 miles.This gives the Chevrolet Blazer the advantage in fuel efficiency and the GMC Suburban the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Chevrolet Blazer has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2497 - 17992
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1440 - 12095
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.476053
GMC Suburban Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Blazer Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.525599 / 10
Reliability:
8.676798 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
GMC Suburban Rankings
Not yet available
Chevrolet Blazer Rankings
Ranking
3 out of / 22Ranking
4 out of / 31Ranking
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5 out of / 22Ranking
6 out of / 66Ranking
6 out of / 31Ranking
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6 out of / 16Ranking
8 out of / 31Ranking
9 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 66Ranking
10 out of / 56Ranking
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11 out of / 56Ranking
11 out of / 31Ranking
12 out of / 56Ranking
18 out of / 26Ranking
19 out of / 66Ranking
21 out of / 31Ranking
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25 out of / 31Ranking
29 out of / 56Ranking
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31 out of / 31Ranking
36 out of / 66Ranking
36 out of / 49Ranking
38 out of / 66Ranking
38 out of / 56Ranking
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39 out of / 58Ranking
39 out of / 56Ranking
42 out of / 66Ranking
47 out of / 66Ranking
50 out of / 56Ranking
60 out of / 66Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
GMC Suburban Trim Levels
C1500, C1500 SLE, C1500 SLT, C2500, C2500 SLE, C2500 SLT, K1500, K1500 SLE, K1500 SLT, K2500, K2500 SLE, K2500 SLT
Chevrolet Blazer Trim Levels
Base, LS, LT, Trailblazer
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
255 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
330 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
190 hp @ 4400 rpm
Torque:
250 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
5500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 714 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
4.3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 21 / 17
Range (city/hwy):
285 / 399 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4820 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
71.3 inches
Length:
219.5 inches
Wheelbase:
131.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3518 lbs
Width:
67.8 inches
Height:
64.9 inches
Length:
176.8 inches
Wheelbase:
100.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
Not yet available