1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1997 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Blazer would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 895 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1997 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2550 mm |
