1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2002 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2002 Toyota Tundra is newer by 6 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 4,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 992 kg more than 2002 Toyota Tundra.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2002 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Blazer | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 4698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3270 mm |
