1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 8 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, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 505 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Blazer | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
