1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1998 Lexus ES
To start off, 1998 Lexus ES is newer by 2 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, 1998 Lexus ES (218 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1998 Lexus ES.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus ES. (304 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1998 Lexus ES | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
| Model | Blazer | ES |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
