1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 3 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 155 kg more than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Blazer | SL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |
