1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2003 Subaru B
To start off, 2003 Subaru B is newer by 7 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, 2003 Subaru B (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru B should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Subaru B.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Subaru B (550 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru B will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2003 Subaru B | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Blazer | B |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2680 mm |
