1996 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 2004 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2004 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 (208 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 123 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Blazer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo XC90. (320 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Blazer | 2004 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Blazer | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4296 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2650 mm |
